Students and teachers: Without the routine of the school day, and some uncertainty when classes will resume, how are you holding up? What are you doing? Catching up on Netflix? Studying for the now-rescheduled SATs? For most of you, a minimum of two weeks at home is a lot of time to fill, and being […]
coronavirus
Maine’s cases of coronavirus nearly double in a day, to 32
The virus has now been found in 7 of Maine’s 16 counties, and the director of the state’s CDC says, ‘We will likely find additional counties where there is evidence of community transmission.’
Cinemas close nationwide, studios push new movies into homes
Some studios took the extraordinary step of funneling new or recently released films onto home viewing platforms.
Europe bans travel amid virus threat to its free-flowing economy
The European Union proposed a temporary halt to non-essential travel.
Through the window: Jackie Lynds
Through the window is a Sun Journal series on people who are isolating themselves in order to prevent infection from the coronavirus.
Livermore announces changes as result of COVID-19
Selectpersons postpone budget workshop, Planning Board meeting.
People need to take responsibility to slow the novel coronavirus’ spread
Dr. Dora Anne Mills explains the math behind how coronavirus can spread through Maine and why it needs to be slowed down.
Auburn City Council adopts additional coronavirus measures
The moves are intended to assist small businesses and support local food programs as the public adjusts to life at home.
Wait for testing frustrates Mainers who fear they are infected
‘My concern is with doctor’s offices telling people to wait out the symptoms,’ says a Portland woman who’s been sick since last week.
Two Maine candidates for U.S. Senate staying home after possible COVID-19 exposure
A Democrat and an independent are self-quarantining rather than risk spreading virus along the campaign trail.